建构主义学习观和教学论及其对大学英语教学的启示

本文简要介绍了建构主义理论框架下的学习观和教学论,它认为学习是积极主动的建构过程,教学的目标与任务是发展学生的主体性.因此,建构主义强调教学的理解性,重视活动与主体交往,重视教学情境的构建,构建新的师生观.本文在此理论基础之上,并结合实际,论述了建构主义理论对我国目前高校英语教学的实践指导意义     

Evaluating the effectiveness of KooLKIDS: An interactive social emotional learning program for Australian primary school children

The effectiveness of universal social emotional learning (SEL) programs are dependent on the incorporation of best practice principles, including an evaluative component. In the present study, the effects of a best practice, teacher-led SEL program was examined with 854 children aged 8–12 years. KooLKIDS uses an interactive multimedia format and animated character to help children develop their emotion regulation capacities, social and friendship skills, empathy and compassion for others, and self-esteem. A quasi-experimental waitlist-control design was used to examine the impact of KooLKIDS on social and emotional competence, behavioral and emotional problems, academic achievement and effort. Hierarchical linear modeling demonstrated significant increases in social and emotional competence, and reductions in internalizing and externalizing problems in children post KooLKIDS program in the intervention group. The findings suggest that KooLKIDS has strong potential as a teacher-led, classroom-based, structured program for enhancing children's social and emotional learning.     

关于选择函数形式的Arrow不可能性定理的注记

研究了社会选择中的不可能性定理．首先定义社会选择函数，给出理性社会选择函数的形式化描述，并定义选择函数形式的Pareto准则、无关方案独立性条件和非独裁性条件．在此基础上，探讨了选择函数据架下的不可能性定理，得到了选择函数形式的Arrow不可能性定理和Sen寡头独裁不可能性定理.     

Determinants of school choice: understanding how parents choose elementary schools in Alberta

Rational choice theory suggests that parents are utility maximizers who make decisions from clear value preferences, that they are able to demand effective action from local schools and teachers, and that they can be relied upon to pursue the best interests of their children. This paper presents a different perspective and argues that parents invest a mixture of rationalities when selecting schools. Based on the results of a survey of 1,500 parents of students in 11 private, eight public and 10 alternative elementary schools in Alberta, Canada, this paper explores the logic, values, and concerns that inform parental decision making in the selection of an elementary school for their children and discusses implication for policy and educational reform.     

A model for enhancing social communication and interaction in everyday activities for primary school children with ASD

Children with a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder may find the social aspects of learning particularly challenging because of the traits of diffculty with social communication and interaction. This paper evaluates the impact of an interactive model designed to support social communication and interaction for twelve students with ASD, who attend three international primary schools in Hong Kong. Using an exploratory mixed‐methods approach, the study investigates the children's participation and engagement when a Social Communication and Interaction model is in operation. The model is built around the concept of mediation and the use of tools, which were intended to encourage children with ASD to be engaged in high‐level participation activities. Attention is drawn towards the children's growth of self‐confidence, a reduction of adult support and the children's increased participation with others in the activity sessions.     

Use of problem-based learning in the teaching and learning of horticultural production

Purpose: Problem-based learning (PBL), a relatively novel teaching and learning process in horticulture, was investigated. Proper application of PBL can potentially create a learning context that enhances student learning. Design/Methodology/Approach: Students worked on two complex ill-structured problems: (1) to produce fresh baby greens for a 4-week catering event and (2) to produce seedlings for a grower. Data collected were analyzed by the concurrent method and presented as case studies. Findings: Students developed positive attitudes through active engagement. Their presentations and reports demonstrated leadership roles, critical thinking and conflict management. Practical professional, social and affective skills were developed through production of 5?kg baby greens, and 2500 vegetable seedlings. Successes and limitations were identified. Theoretical Implication: The quality of the PBL problem is critical for the stimulation and elaboration of prior knowledge, development of epistemic curiosity and the relevant semantic framework. These are motivators that inspire effective learning. Practical Implication: Cognitive and emotional intelligence skills are realized by trusting the PBL process, identifying enhancers and inhibitors. Enhancement of creativity, social and employability skills manifest through challenges that help to develop for the ‘whole’. Originality/Value: In the horticulture industry, stakeholders interact with each other and the agro-ecological system. Consequently, competencies in production and emotional intelligence are invaluable.     

美国择校制度对解决我国农民工子女就学问题的启示

近几年来,我国农民工子女就学困难成为全社会共同关注的问题。美国的择校制度对我国解决农民工子女就学问题有一定借鉴作用。文章介绍了美国择校制度,并从创新体制方向提出了解决我国农民工子女就学问题的途径。     

Educational psychotherapy: an approach to working with children whose learning is impeded by emotional problems

This article describes the theory and practice of educational psychotherapy, an approach to working with children whose learning is hindered by emotional problems. The theoretical foundations in the work of Irene Caspari, Wilfred Bion, Melanie Klein, John Bowlby and D. W. Winnicott are outlined, and the approach is exemplified in two short case studies. The application of this approach in therapeutic story groups is briefly described. The article concludes with some comments on the potential for, and constraints facing, the introduction of educational psychotherapy in schools.     

克拉申的二语习得理论对儿童英语词汇教学的指导

中国加入世贸组织,与世界经济往来日益密切,英语的学习越来越重要。因此我国儿童很早就进入英语培训学校学习。因而对于影响儿童二语习得因素的研究就至关重要。而克拉申的二语习得理论对少儿英语的学习起着重大作用。这里我们用克拉申的假说谈谈如何促进儿童快速有效的记忆单词。     

Are the needs of children and young people with social,emotional and behavioural needs being served within a multi‐agency framework?

This article discusses the effect that recent policy and legislation has had on services for children and young people with social, emotional and behavioural needs (SEBN), particularly ‘Looked After Children.’ The article highlights the Government's overarching plan to promote social inclusion and effective multi‐agency collaboration and discusses the confusions arising from the use of ‘multi‐agency’ terminology. Two case studies of individual children then illustrate the manner in which collaborative working is either supportive of, or hinders, positive intervention. Finally the article discusses how general policy issues impact on practice with children with SEBN.     

基于学习型组织理论的中学英语教学

本文通过对学习型组织理论的实践检验,认为学习型组织理论在改革传统的教学模式和传统的思维模式、克服英语教学中＂聋哑＂现象、解决费时低效等问题、提高学生交流合作能力以及可持续发展的学习能力等方面都有着独特的优势.     

执行性机能与儿童心理理论的发展

最近十几年里，国外的心理学家越来越重视对执行性机能与儿童心理理论发展的关系的研究，迄今已取得丰富的研究成果，提出了多种理论假设，本研究从国外已提出的有关执行性机能与儿童心理理论发展关系的理论假设的角度，综述和简评了国外已取得的这方面的研究成果。     

生态文明建设主体因素分析——基于公共选择视角

公共选择理论使用分析经济活动的方法来分析政治过程为分析生态文明建设主体因素提供了新的视角。政府、企业、个人是生态文明的建设中最主要三个主体。文章以公共选择理论相关观点为理论支柱,认为在生态文明建设中,政府应充分发挥其主导作用,完善政府生态职能,避免"政府失灵";企业应提高生态文明意识,落实文明生态责任,履行生态文明义务;公众应提高主人翁意识,积极参与生态文明建设,避免"搭便车"行为。     

建构主义学习理论与高校体育教学改革的研究

建构主义是20世纪90年代以来兴起于西方国家的一种社会科学理论,它是学习理论中行为主义发展到认知主义后的进一步发展,被称为"当代教育心理学中的一场革命"。本文力图在建构主义理论的思想指导下,结合当前我国高校体育教学的实际情况,对我国高校体育改革进行研究与探讨,这对推进我国高校体育改革必将产生重大的影响。     

西方自然主义儿童教育理论的历史演变

深刻认识和理解西方自然主义儿童教育理论,对我们全面把握西方教育历史发展轨迹是非常必要的,因为这一理论不仅影响了世界教育的发展,而且影响了许多教育家。它有深厚的理论基础、思想渊源、社会和哲学背景,强调教育要适应自然、适应人的发展及儿童的身心发展规律等,对我们今天的教育改革和发展具有现实意义。     

An actor‐network theory reading of change for children in public care

The education of children in public, or Local Authority (LA), care, known in the United Kingdom (UK) as looked‐after children (LAC), is supported by government initiatives to reduce the attainment gap that exists between LAC and their non‐LAC peers. These children often find remaining in education a challenge, are twice as likely to be permanently excluded, and three times more likely to receive a fixed‐term exclusion than other school‐age children. A high proportion (61%), have been labelled as having special educational needs (SEN) (DfE, 2015a ). In the UK, the Virtual School (VS) has a statutory role in the education of LAC (DfE, 2014a) and aims to encourage more stringent monitoring and intervention for pupils. This is partly achieved through the creation of a personalised education plan (PEP) for each LAC pupil, which outlines progress, strategies intended to accelerate attainment, and resources needed for doing so. The process involves the pupil, their social worker and the designated teacher (responsible for the welfare of LAC pupils) of the school attended. The current study uses Actor‐Network Theory (ANT, e.g. Latour, 1999 ) as a lens through which to conceptualise change for LAC pupils during the PEP process. The focus is upon three PEP meetings in one LA setting, in order to explore the people and things that are active in driving forwards change for LAC, with a view to examining the efficacy of the process and the roles of those involved. The analysis made visible the importance of the role of the designated teacher in the PEP process, in contrast to the relative inactivity of social workers and of pupil voice.     

Searching for Dumbledore: A reflection upon the outcomes of a tailored emotional literacy programme on three key stage 2 children

Some children may only be able to express feelings of anxiety, frustration, stress or sadness through angry behaviours, which may prove challenging for schools (Barnes et al., 2016; Shechtman and Tutian, 2016). This is problematic when considered in relation to research evidence highlighting the negative impact such behaviours may have upon social relationships and academic outcomes (Sloan et al., 2017). The aims of this study were to explore whether a tailored emotional literacy programme can be used effectively to extend children's emotional lexicon and strategies for the self‐management of behaviours. Three children with social‐emotional difficulties were taught in twelve weekly sessions. The findings from this study suggests the positive benefits of using a programme tailored to meet a child's specific needs (rather than a programme without any adaptations), which may be an effectual tool in supporting children to change established patterns of negative behaviours.     

浅谈情感教育在思想政治理论课教学中的运用

思想政治理论课不仅是一门知识课,同时也是一门德育课。教师在教学中,如何运用情感因素,开启学生的心扉,抓住并能激发学生情感的共鸣点,充分发挥情感教育在思想政治理论课教学中的积极作用,具有重要的现实意义。     

译者中心论与翻译文本的选择--析林语堂英译《浮生六记》

运用"译者中心"论,从译者与原文、原语世界及译语世界三者的关系入手,分析林语堂选择英译《浮生六记》的原因,指出林语堂以翻译生态环境的'身份'具体实施对翻译文本的选择,体现了译者在翻译过程中的中心地位。     

基于网络的高校思想政治理论课教学模式研究

当今时代网络技术迅猛发展,网络深入了大学校园生活,极大影响了大学生的世界观、人生观和价值观。高校思想政治理论课是对大学生进行系统思想政治理论教育的主渠道和主阵地,思想政治理论课进网络是时代发展的客观要求。探索网络时代思想政治理论课教学新模式,提高思想政治理论课教学的实效性,是高校思想政治理论课教师重要任务。